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Easy Chilaquiles

Easy Chilaquiles are a popular Mexican breakfast that your family is going to love. This traditional dish includes fried corn tortillas, green salsa, fried eggs, and delicious toppings.

Prep Time
10 mins
Cook Time
10 mins
Total Time
30 mins
Servings: 2
Calories: 423 kcal
Course: Breakfast
Cuisine: Mexican

Ingredients

  • ¼ cup Canola oil, for frying
  • 6 corn tortillas, quartered
  • 10 ounces salsa verde or green enchilada sauce
  • 2 eggs, fried or scrambled
Toppings
  • avocado
  • crema
  • cilantro

Instructions

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  1. Prepare a plate with a paper towel. Set aside.
  2. In a large, skillet, heat the oil over medium heat. Lightly fry each side of the tortilla quarters until they are golden brown and crispy, about 2-3 minutes. Place the fried chips on the paper towel to drain the oil.
  3. Remove the oil from the skillet. In the skillet, heat the green sauce over medium heat until warm. Add tortilla chips and toss until all the chips are coated.
  4. Add eggs and any additional toppings and serve immediately.

Notes

  • Once you have the base of your easy chilaquiles, you can go crazy with toppings! This would be such a fun breakfast to serve for birthdays, holidays, or any time! Just set up a topping bar and let your guests add anything they like. YUM! They're also delicious served with a side of refried beans. Here is a list of some topping ideas. 
  • avocado slices
  • bacon 
  • black beans
  • chipotles
  • cilantro leaves
  • cotija cheese
  • diced green bell peppers
  • diced tomatoes
  • green chiles
  • hot sauce
  • lime juice 
  • lime wedges
  • Mexican crema
  • pickled red onions
  • queso fresco
  • radishes
  • shredded cheese
  • sour cream 
  • tomatillo salsa
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Nutrition Information

Calories 423kcal (21%) Carbohydrates 44g (15%) Protein 10g (20%) Fat 23g (35%) Saturated Fat 3g (15%) Polyunsaturated Fat 6g Monounsaturated Fat 11g Trans Fat 1g Cholesterol 164mg (55%) Sodium 1117mg (47%) Potassium 494mg (14%) Fiber 5g (20%) Sugar 10g (20%) Vitamin A 1125IU (23%) Vitamin C 5mg (6%) Calcium 88mg (9%) Iron 2mg (11%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 2Serving

Amount Per Serving

Calories 423

% Daily Value*

Calories 423kcal 21%
Carbohydrates 44g 15%
Protein 10g 20%
Fat 23g 35%
Saturated Fat 3g 15%
Polyunsaturated Fat 6g 35%
Monounsaturated Fat 11g 55%
Trans Fat 1g 50%
Cholesterol 164mg 55%
Sodium 1117mg 47%
Potassium 494mg 11%
Fiber 5g 20%
Sugar 10g 20%
Vitamin A 1125IU 23%
Vitamin C 5mg 6%
Calcium 88mg 9%
Iron 2mg 11%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.